ARES
Amateur Radio Emergency Service
ARES is made up of licensed amateur radio operators who volunteer their own equipment and skills to provide communications for public service events and emergencies. When phones, cell towers or the internet go down, ARES members step in to help local agencies, hospitals, the Red Cross and emergency management keep information moving. ARES is sponsored by the ARRL, and W8CRC is proud to support it.
- Open to any licensed amateur with a desire to serve
- Training, drills and nets keep members ready
- Public service events are great practice for real emergencies